Thomas’s grandmother is the daughter of Nicola/Nicholas Contessa and Francesca/Frances Bellettieri, who were Italian immigrants. Nicola was the son of Rocko Contessa and Maria Latronica. Francesca was the daughter of Salvatore Bellettieri and Rosa Laguidire.

Louis Barbusca is her nephew according to the obituary and Debra is his wife. Louis and Debra are Thomas’ parents’ names , per his and theirs social media. Rosalie shares Louis’ last name, and is Marie’s sister.